The Tsitsikamma Trail is a 6 day, 60km multi-day hike which begins at Nature’s Valley Rest Camp and ends at Storms River. It is one of the most beautiful multi-day hikes in South Africa and definitely needs to be on your bucket list. The trail takes you deep into the Tsitsikamma Forest and along beautiful […]
Cape Town Restaurant Specials 2024
The cost of living has gone through the roof and along with it so have restaurant prices. I’m always looking for a good deal and so have put together this guide with all the restaurant specials you can find in Cape Town in 2024. Planning a trip to Cape Town and need a place to […]
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike is a beautiful hike above Tarragona Estate in Hout Bay. In winter you’ll be treated to a gorgeous waterfall streaming down a mossy slab of rock and in late January/February you may be treated to sightings of the rare red disas. The hike isn’t too tricky and offers beautiful scenery as […]
Oudekraal beach, Cape Town
Oudekraal beach is a real hidden gem in Cape Town and definitely a summer day experience to add to your Cape Town bucket list. Oudekraal is part of Table Mountain National Park and so is one of the very few paid beaches in Cape Town (the others being Boulders Beach and the Cape Point Nature […]
Skeleton Gorge & Nursery Ravine, Table Mountain Hike
One of the most popular routes to hike up to the top of Table Mountain is Skeleton Gorge. This hike is on the Newlands side of Table Mountain which means you’ll climb up through a gorgeous forest and end at the top of the mountain at the Hely-Hutchinson dam. If you’re looking for city views […]
Best Restaurants in Cape Town 2024: Foodie Guide
Cape Town Foodie Guide 2.0 is back! Back in 2021 I released my complete Cape Town Foodie Guide, but the Cape Town foodie scene is ever changing and I have since discovered even more fabulous spots for you to try out. I have also recently updated my original guide so be sure to browse it […]
The Perfect Picnic in Cape Town
Summer is here! The days are getting longer, it’s getting warmer and picnic season is officially here. Capetonians looooove a sunset adventure, whether it’s a cheeky after work sundowner or an evening picnic on the beach. There are also plenty of beautiful green spaces to enjoy a picnic in Cape Town. I’ve partnered with Protea Picnics […]
How to spend the perfect weekend in Oxford
Oxford is a beautiful university town in Oxfordshire, England. Easily accessible from London via the train or the Oxford Tube, Oxford is a lovely weekend getaway from the city. The architecture is beautiful, the foodie scene is top notch, there are plenty of wine bars and local coffee shops and you can explore a taste […]
London Foodie Guide
London is foodie paradise! There is an unlimited number of wonderful restaurants and foodie must-tries in the city. This list is far from extensive but a collection of some of my favourite foodie spots I tried in London: London Foodie Guide. Alternatively, join a London Foodie Tour. London Foodie Guide Biegel Bake Brick Lane […]
London: The Complete First-Timer’s Guide to London
I’ve just got back from my second trip to London. I loved exploring the capital city and have come up with an extensive list of must-see places, markets, foodie spots and adventures for London. London as a city can feel completely overwhelming with so much to do and especially if you don’t have too much […]
A weekend away to Hermanus
Located only 1,5 hours from Cape Town, Hermanus is a perfect weekend away destination from Cape Town. From whale watching, to wine tasting, farmer’s markets and hiking, Hermanus has plenty to offer. Read this comprehensive guide to plan your next weekend getaway to Hermanus. What to do in Hermanus for a weekend away Visit the […]
The Complete Guide to seeing the Flowers in Namaqualand, South Africa
Each year the West Coast region of South Africa bursts into bloom with the annual spring flowers. Visitors from around the world flock to see this incredible natural phenomenon as the landscape turns orange for a few short weeks in August. Read my Namaqualand Flower Guide for a complete guide to seeing the flowers in […]